light Lexus ES300h 2017 Owner's Guide

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Warning lights and indicators
The units used on the speedometer and some indicators may differ depending on the
target region or grade/type.
The warning lights and indicators on th
e instrument cluster and center panel
inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various systems.
For the purpose of explanation, the following illustration displays all warning
lights and indicators illuminated.

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Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated vehicle’s sys-
tems.
*1: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indicate that asystem check is being performe d. They will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or
after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come
on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
Warning lights
*1
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning light
( → P. 5 0 5 )*1Electric power steering
system warning light
(→ P. 5 0 6 )
*1
(Canada)
Brake system warning light
(→ P. 5 0 5 )*1Slip indicator light
(→ P. 5 0 6 )
*1
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator lamp
(→ P. 5 0 5 )*1Brake system warning light
(→ P. 505)
*1
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp
(→ P. 5 0 5 )Low fuel level warning light
(→ P. 5 0 6 )
*1SRS warning light
(→ P. 5 0 5 )Seat belt reminder light
(→ P. 5 0 6 )
*1
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light
(→ P. 5 0 5 )*1Master warning light
(→ P. 5 0 6 )
*1
(Canada)
ABS warning light
(→ P. 5 0 5 )*1Tire pressure warning light
(→ P. 5 0 7 )
*1, 2
(if equipped)
PCS warning light
(→ P. 5 0 6 )
*1, 2
(if equipped)
“AFS OFF” indicator
(→
P. 5 0 7)

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The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s various sys-
tems.
Indicators
Turn signal indicator
(
→ P. 1 8 0 )
(if equipped)
LDA indicator ( →P. 2 1 7 )
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
(→ P. 1 8 2 )
(if equipped)
Intuitive parking assist
indicator ( →P. 2 4 1 )
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
(→ P. 1 8 2 ) *1, 2Slip indicator light
(→ P. 277)
Headlight high beam
indicator ( →P. 1 8 3 )
*1VSC OFF indicator
(→ P. 2 7 8 )
(if equipped)
Automatic High Beam
indicator ( →P. 1 8 5 ) *1, 3
(if equipped)
PCS warning light
(→ P. 2 0 8 )
Fog light indicator
( → P. 1 8 9 )
*4, 5
(if equipped)
BSM outside rear view
mirror indicators
(→ P. 2 6 8 )
“READY” indicator
(→ P. 1 6 8 )*1, 6
“A I R B A G O N / O F F ”
indicator ( →P. 4 6 )
EV indicator ( →P. 6 9 )
Cruise control indicator
( → P. 2 3 4 , 2 3 8 )
(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator
(→ P. 181)
(if equipped)
Radar cruise control
indicator ( →P. 2 2 6 )
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator
(→ P. 1 8 1 )
Cruise control “SET”
indicator ( →P. 2 3 8 )*7Low outside temperature
indicator ( →P. 9 1 )

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*1: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indicate that asystem check is being performe d. They will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or
after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come
on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: The light turns on when the system is turned off.
*4: In order to confirm operation, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators illuminate in the following situations:
• When the power switch is turned to ON mode while the BSM main switch is set to ON.
• When the BSM main switch is set to ON while the power switch is in ON mode.
If the system is functioning correctly, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators will
turn off after a few seconds.
If the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators do not illuminate or do not turn off,
there may be a malfunction with the system. If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected
by your Lexus dealer.
*5: This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors.
*6: This light illuminates on the center panel.
*7: When the outside temperature is approximately 37°F (3°C) or lower, the indicator
will flash for approximately 10 seconds, then stay on.
WA R N I N G
■If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS warning light not come on when
you start the hybrid system, this could mean that these systems are not available to help
protect you in an accident, which could result in death or serious injury. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately if this occurs.

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Odometer, trip meter and maintenance required information display
Odometer:
Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven
Tr i p m e t e r :
Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was last reset.
Trip meters “A” and “B” can be used to record and display different distances indepen-
dently.
Maintenance required information:• Displays the maintenance required information when the power switch is in ON mode.
• It can be reset from (settings display) of the multi-information display.
(→ P. 9 1 )
Background color of drive mode
Background color changes according to the drive mode. ( →P. 2 6 6 )
•Sport mode: Red
•Eco drive mode: Blue
When in Normal mode, the background color is Black.
Switches between odometer, trip meter
and maintenance required information
displays. When the trip meter is dis-
played, pressing and holding the button
will reset the trip meter.
The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.
Darker
Brighter
Changing the display
9
10
Instrument panel light control
1
2

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■The meters and display illuminate when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■Instrument panel brightness adjustment
The instrument panel brightness levels when
the tail lights are on and off can be adjusted
individually. However, when the surroundings ar e bright (daytime, etc.), turning on the tail
lights will not change the instrument panel brightness. At this time, any adjustments made
to the instrument panel brightness levels w ill be applied to both settings at once.
■Limitation of brightness adjustment
The brightness of the instrument panel lights is automatically adjusted based on the light
sensor detecting how bright the surroundings are. However, if the instrument panel
brightness has been manually set to either the brightest or darkest setting, the automatic
adjustment will not be performed.
■Hybrid System Indicator
●Hybrid System Indicator is displayed when the driving mode is other than the sport
mode.
●By keeping the indicator need le within Eco area, more Eco-friendly driving can be
achieved.
●Charge area indicates regeneration* status. Regenerated energy will be used to
charge the battery.
*: When used in this manual, “regeneration” re fers to the conversion of energy created
by the movement of the vehicle into electrical energy. Po w e r a r e a
Shows that an Eco-friendly driving range is
being exceeded (during full power driving
etc.)
Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being driven in an
Eco-friendly manner.
Hybrid Eco area
Shows that gasoline engine power is not
being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically stop
and restart under various conditions.
Charge area
Shows regenerative charging.
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■Tachometer
Hybrid System Indicator switches to the tachometer when driving mode is in sport mode.
The settings of the tachometer display can be changed on the multi-information display.
( → P. 9 1 )
■Engine speed
Engine speed is precisely controlled in order to help improve fuel efficiency and reduce
exhaust emissions etc.
There are times when the engine speed that is displayed may differ even when vehicle
operation and driving conditions are the same.
■Outside temperature display
●In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be displayed, or the
display may take longer than normal to change.
• When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 12 mph [20 km/h])
• When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit of a garage, tunnel, etc.)
• When the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight
●When “--” or “E” is displayed, the system may be malfunctioning.
Take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer.
■Pop-up display
In some situations, a pop-up display will be temporarily displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display or the odometer/trip meter/ maintenance required information screen.
The pop-up display function can be set on/off. ( →P. 5 6 4 )
■Liquid crystal display
Small spots or light spots may appear on the display. This phenomenon is characteristic
of liquid crystal displays, and there is no problem continuing to use the display.
■Customization
The meter display can be customized on the multi-information display.
(Customizable features →P. 5 6 2 )
WA R N I N G
■The information display at low temperatures
Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal information
display. At extremely low temperatures, the information display monitor may respond
slowly, and display changes may be delayed.
For example, there is a lag between the driver’s shifting and the new gear number
appearing on the display. This lag could cause the driver to downshift again, causing
rapid and excessive engine braking and possibly an accident resulting in personal
death or injury.

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The settings of the following items can be changed, refer to P. 562
For functions that can be enabled or disabled, the function switches between on and
off each time is pressed.
●(Lane Departure Alert with steering control) (if
equipped) (
→P. 2 1 7 )
●(Pre-Collision System) (if equipped) ( →P. 2 0 5 )
●AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) (if equipped) ( →P. 1 8 3 )
●Clock
Adjusts the hour and minute of the clock on the multi-information display.
●Ambient illumin.
Select to turn the ornament lights on and off.
●Ve h i c l e S e t t i n g s
• Scheduled Maintenance ( →P. 441)
• Oil Maintenance ( →P. 4 5 5 )
●Meter Settings
•Language
Select to change the language on the display.
•Units
Select to change the unit of measure.
• EV indicator
Select to activate/deactivate the EV indicator.
• switch
Displays a procedure to register a desired screen to .
You can register 1 screen as a shortcut , which can be displayed by pressing .
• Drive information 1 /2 /3
Select to select up to 2 items that will be displayed on a Drive information
screen, up to 3 Drive information screens can be set.
•Pop-up display
Select to set the pop-up displays, which may appear in some situations, on/off.
• Accent color
Select to change the accent colors on the screen, such as the cursor color.
• Tachometer
Select to set the tachometer display.
• Default settings
Registered or changed meter settings will be deleted or returned to their
default setting.
Settings display

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Operation of each component
To take out the mechanical key, push
the release button and take the key out.
The mechanical key can only be
inserted in one direction, as the key only
has grooves on one side. If the key can-
not be inserted in a lock cylinder, turn it
over and re-attempt to insert it.
After using the mechanical key, store it
in the electronic key. Carry the mechan-
ical key together with the electronic key.
If the electronic key battery is depleted
or the entry function does not operate
properly, you will need the mechanical
key. ( →P. 5 2 7 )
■Pa ni c m o d e
■When required to leave the vehicle’s key with a parking attendant
Turn the trunk opener main switch off and lock the glove box as circumstances demand.
(→ P. 115, 404)
Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with the elec-
tronic key only.
■If you lose your mechanical keys
New genuine mechanical keys can be made by your Lexus dealer using the other
mechanical key and the key number stamped on your key number plate. Keep the plate
in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle.
■When riding in an aircraft
When bringing an electronic key onto an aircraft, make sure you do not press any but-
tons on the electronic key while inside the aircraft cabin. If you are carrying an electronic
key in your bag etc., ensure that the buttons are not likely to be pressed accidentally.
Pressing a button may cause the electronic key to emit radio waves that could interfere
with the operation of the aircraft.
Using the mechanical key
When is pressed for longer than about
one second, an alarm will sound intermittently
and the vehicle lights will flash to deter any per-
son from trying to break into or damage your
vehicle.
To stop the alarm, press any button on the elec-
tronic key.

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Operation of each component
■Operation signals
A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been
locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)
Windows and moon roof:
A buzzer sounds to indicate that the windows and moon roof are opening.
■Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is unlocked, the
security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
■Welcome light illumination control
The side marker, parking, tail and license plate lights automatically turn on at night when
the doors are unlocked using the entry function or wireless remote control if the light
switch is in the “AUTO” position.
■When the door cannot be locked by the lock sensor on the upper part of the door han-
dle
■Door lock buzzer
If an attempt to lock the doors is made when a door is not fully closed, a buzzer sounds
continuously for 5 seconds. Fully close the door to stop the buzzer, and lock the vehicle
once more.
■Setting the alarm
Locking the doors will set the alarm system. ( →P. 7 8 )
■If the smart access system with push-button start or the wireless remote control does
not operate properly
●Use the mechanical key to lock and unlock the doors. ( →P. 5 2 7 )
●Replace the key battery with a new one if it is depleted. ( →P. 4 8 1 )
If the door will not lock even when the topside
sensor area is touched, try touching both the
topside and underside sensor areas at the same
time.